Books | Barbara Barrie

A remarkably candid and informative first-person account of surviving colon cancer and living after a colostomy. A helpful guide for anyone facing this life-altering surgery. Every year 70,000 people in the United States and Canada undergo colostomies. In 1994, Barbara Barrie became one of them. When the successful actress received the diagnosis of colorectal cancer, she knew that this was the greatest crisis she and her family would face. But it also became an adventure that, through courage and humor, brought new joys and a greater appreciation to her life. More than just a memoir, Don't Die of Embarrassment provides valuable information about the ostomy experience. She gives essential information about the occurrence of colon cancer, its symptoms, and treatment options. A valuable guide for people learning to adjust to an altered lifestyle after surgery. Includes a new afterword, written by Dr. Otis W. Brawley.

The actress known for her roles as Mrs. Barney Miller and as Brook Shield's grandmother on television candidly discusses her battle with colon cancer and her colostomy with resolute optimism and a sense of acceptance

When an overworked architect helps to restore the house where J.M. Barrie wrote Peter Pan, she discovers a Neverland of her own in this charming debut novel about female friendship across generations.

When Joey Rubin stumbles upon a group of elderly women swimming in a lake one freezing January morning, she thinks they must be mad. But then they dare her to come inâ¦

Joey, an overworked New York architect, is in the Cotswolds to oversee the restoration of Stanway House — the stately home that inspired J.M. Barrie to write Peter Pan. It hasnât been easy. The local residents arenât exactly welcoming, and then thereâs the problem of the brooding caretaker, a man who seems to take every opportunity to undermine her plans. She soon begins to feel that she canât do anything right.

Until, that is, she discovers the J.M. Barrie Ladiesâ Swimming Society and begins to take a daily dip with them in their own private Neverland. For Joey, meeting Aggie, Gala, Lilia and co. is a life-changing experience, the beginning of a friendship that will transform her in the most remarkable of waysâ¦

In 1944, Jane Miller's family leaves Chicago and their Jewish community for Corpus Christi, Texas, where Jane's parents clash and where a visit from her orthodox grandfather forces them to confront their identities

This volume contains a total of 5 PLAYS, by British author J.M.Barrie, the famous creator of the character PETER PAN. BARRIE was a very important writer before Peter Pan, although the success of the later quickly overshadowed his previous work. He was a very renowned playwright, and in fact PETER PAN originally was born as a theatrical play. We have included here most of his works. THE OLD LADY SHOWS HER MEDALS THE NEW WORD BARBARAâS WEEDING A WELL REMEMBERED VOICE THE TWELVE-POUND LOOK

An excellent beginner's book for those who want to make molds, and/or casts in plaster and rubber, but have no prior experience. Format designed to make the text easy to read with step-by-step instruction on all phases of the mold making, casting and patina process. First edition publication with 116 pages of instruction and over 200 photos and line drawings of specific methods and procedures for any mold making and casting project clearly showing everything needed to make exacting casts of original pieces of sculpture. The text also includes guidance in the repair of casts, as well as mounting for display, and the art of patina or coloring. Includes appendices on mixing procedures for plaster, troubleshooting, general information on gypsum products, enlarging, bronze casting. Charts on proportional requirements of materials, weights and measures, and a glossary of terms are also provided. Recommended for the novice sculptor, mold maker and caster.

Designed to appeal to the book lover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautifully bound pocket-sized gift editions of much loved classic titles. Bound in real cloth, printed on high quality paper, and featuring ribbon markers and gilt edges, Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.

Peter Pan, the boy who refused to grow up, is one of the immortals of children's literature. J. M. Barrie first created Peter Pan as a baby, living in secret with the birds and fairies in the middle of London, but as the children for whom he invented the stories grew older, so too did Peter, reappearing in Neverland, where he was aided in his epic battles with Red Indians and pirates by the motherly and resourceful Wendy Darling. F D Bedford's wonderful illustrations have been beautifully colored by Barbara Frith, one of Britain's leading colorists.

Imagine that fairy tales are real and can be explored in detail with the help of maps. (Ages 6-10)

Imagine that fairy tales are real and can be explored in detail with the help of maps. Imagine navigating the mysteries of Aladdin's kingdom, the dangers of the Giant's kingdom at the top of Jack's beanstalk, and the whimsy of Alice's Wonderland. Imagine a trip through the unique geographical features of Peter Pan's Neverland, Dorothy's Land of Oz, and Snow White's Enchanted Forest. You'll have expert guides and clear, simple directions. On each map, a compass, quadrants with letters and numbers, and a key with local routes will help you find your way. This beautiful and unique book features six fold-out maps and a fairy-tale pop-up castle finale.

Glencoe Medical Assisting: A Patient-Centered Approach to Administrative and Clinical Competencies is designed to help students acquire the competence and confidence to master a variety of medical assisting skills, while keeping the patient's emotional well-being at the center of the care they deliver. All of the step-by-step procedures are fully illustrated so students can learn proper techniques. A variety of features help students deal with such complicated issues as educating the patient and treating patients with special needs.